December 4, 2006
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video Of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7 Cheesy Joke of The Week
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
BRIDGETOWN NEEDS TOYS
Bridgetown Ministries has a big need for toys this week. They will be conducting a children's outreach this Saturday and had planned to receive toys from KGW's Toy Drive to give to the children. They just received word that the KGW toys will not be available until after the outreach.
We have been asked if we would be willing to help out. Would you be willing to purchase a new toy for a needy child this week? If you could purchase a new toy, wrap it up, and then label it either boy or girl, and the age it is appropriate for, it would be greatly appreciated! All toys will need to be delivered to the church no later than Thursday morning. Please email Pastor Brian if you have any questions.
SCENE AROUND 180
Mitch Thornburg was caught last week at the 180 Cafe having a hard time deciding what to get. It's all so good!
Got a picture you have taken recently at a 180 event? Send to newsletter@180students.com
HS GUYS SMALL GROUPS
Hey all High School guys er...men! Starting this Wednesday, we are having our very own small group. Come to our first meeting to help shape the direction of the group. We'll meet at 5:45, and Aaron will have the goodies!
SNOW FUN
Coming January 15th...NO SCHOOL! And what could be better than spending it sliding down the mountain with your friends?!
Join us for a day in the snow! You will have your choice of snowboarding, skiing, or tubing. All come at different prices.
Download the flier here for all the details, and registration information. All registrations are due by January 7.
CD LIBRARY
We've recently updated our CD Library. Here is what you will find new: Big Daddy Weave “Every Time I Breathe”, Krystal Meyers “Dying For A Heart”, Neverless “Live Like We’re Alive”, Robert Pierre “Inside Out”, Pillar “The Reckoning”, Red “End of Silence”, Skillet “Comatose”, Soul P. “The Premiere”, and Chris Tomlin “See The Morning”.
Please remember to sign out the CDs when you check them out and then sign them back in when you return them one week later. We also ask that you please not burn or copy any CDs. See a complete listing of our CD library here.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
DEATHBED DOUBTS
I have a confession to make. Please don't hate me for this--I'm just being honest with you. I hope you don't get upset, but I'm willing to take that risk. So here's my confession...
...Christians bug me.
Oh, not all Christians. Just the ones who give the rest of us a bad name. To be honest, I really don't like some Christians. For example, I don't much like those "Christians" who talk one way and live another--"hypocrites," they're called. Then there are the rigid rule-keepers, those who are so concerned with telling the rest of us what we shouldn't do that they've lost the beauty of Christianity. They've forgotten what makes our faith so attractive and irresistible to others.
There's one more segment of the Christian population that really gets under my skin. It's those well-meaning folks so obsessed with making converts that they end up "overselling the product." They promise things the Gospel doesn't. Often, they talk about the right things--happiness, peace, power for living, forgiveness, abundant life, and fulfillment--but in a way that misleads people. For example, while God does forgive you when you become a Christian, that doesn't mean everyone else will. God forgets your sinful past, but you may still suffer some consequences of it. Yes, you now have abundant life, but that doesn't mean you won't have any more problems. And I think Christians who go around telling others that God will take away all their problems sometimes do more harm than good.
Bottom line: Giving your heart to God will improve your life, giving you purpose here and preparation for the hereafter. But you may experience some opposition, hardship, and even persecution. In other words, it won't always be fun. That's what some Christians forget to say when they're witnessing.
For 2,000 years it's been hard to be a Christian. There's been more persecution than prosperity. More hardship than health. More ridicule than riches. Even today, following Christ can mean life is difficult, awkward, embarrassing, and sometimes downright unpleasant. That's because often there's conflict between our faith and our world. When you experience pain and problems--when it's not fun to be a disciple of Jesus--you may start rethinking your faith. That's when the doubts and questions come.
Being a Christian doesn't mean life always goes your way. You and I aren't protected from life's potholes. We're not exempt from suffering, sickness, and death. We don't always get delivered from flat tires and failed tests and other trials that are pretty trivial. We also aren't exempt from car wrecks, family conflicts, financial struggles, and failure. Unexpected hardships show up at your door, rattling your belief system, causing you to question even the most basic elements of your faith.
When this happens, you have two options: 1) chuck your beliefs like a used candy wrapper, or 2) start wrestling with the "uncomfortableness" of your faith. It doesn't matter what church you attend, what Bible translation you use, or how godly your parents are. Somewhere along the way God will fail to meet your expectations. When that happens, it's time to look for some answers.
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Taken from "Losers Club", copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Christian E-Cards
Free e-cards with Scripture and Christian music
~ Word Shoot
A typing game that makes you think fast
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got TWO this week! HAPPY birthday wishes go out to and Trevor McCracken and Chris Pierce. We're wishing you two the BEST!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Stannous fluoride, which is the cavity fighter found in toothpaste is made from recycled tin.
7 CHEESY JOKE OF THE WEEK
This in from Caleb O'Halloran....
Q: What did Batman say to Robin before they got in the Batmobile?
A: Robin, get in the Batmobile.
Nice one Caleb...we think.
Got a good Cheesy Joke for the newsletter? Send it to us at newsletter@180students.com
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"A Christian is someone who shares the sufferings of God in the world."
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer
"Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself."
- Francis de Sales
===========our|sponsor===========
BE A PART OF THE LOSERS CLUB
This month's devo is from the great book, "Losers Club." It's a real-life look at famous Bible figures such as Moses, Solomon, David, Thomas, Rahab, and others. Each story reveals people who struggle with weak faith, confusion, and frustration--people like you and me! These stories will help you connect with these flawed heroes, find encouragement in their stories, and get inspired by God's love and care for "losers."
If you want to join the Losers Club on MySpace, you can find it at: http://www.myspace.com/imalosertoo
You can find the book here
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
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9. PARTING SHOT
Why is "abbreviation" such a long word?
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video Of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7 Cheesy Joke of The Week
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
BRIDGETOWN NEEDS TOYS
Bridgetown Ministries has a big need for toys this week. They will be conducting a children's outreach this Saturday and had planned to receive toys from KGW's Toy Drive to give to the children. They just received word that the KGW toys will not be available until after the outreach.
We have been asked if we would be willing to help out. Would you be willing to purchase a new toy for a needy child this week? If you could purchase a new toy, wrap it up, and then label it either boy or girl, and the age it is appropriate for, it would be greatly appreciated! All toys will need to be delivered to the church no later than Thursday morning. Please email Pastor Brian if you have any questions.
SCENE AROUND 180
Mitch Thornburg was caught last week at the 180 Cafe having a hard time deciding what to get. It's all so good!
Got a picture you have taken recently at a 180 event? Send to newsletter@180students.com
HS GUYS SMALL GROUPS
Hey all High School guys er...men! Starting this Wednesday, we are having our very own small group. Come to our first meeting to help shape the direction of the group. We'll meet at 5:45, and Aaron will have the goodies!
SNOW FUN
Coming January 15th...NO SCHOOL! And what could be better than spending it sliding down the mountain with your friends?!
Join us for a day in the snow! You will have your choice of snowboarding, skiing, or tubing. All come at different prices.
Download the flier here for all the details, and registration information. All registrations are due by January 7.
CD LIBRARY
We've recently updated our CD Library. Here is what you will find new: Big Daddy Weave “Every Time I Breathe”, Krystal Meyers “Dying For A Heart”, Neverless “Live Like We’re Alive”, Robert Pierre “Inside Out”, Pillar “The Reckoning”, Red “End of Silence”, Skillet “Comatose”, Soul P. “The Premiere”, and Chris Tomlin “See The Morning”.
Please remember to sign out the CDs when you check them out and then sign them back in when you return them one week later. We also ask that you please not burn or copy any CDs. See a complete listing of our CD library here.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
DEATHBED DOUBTS
I have a confession to make. Please don't hate me for this--I'm just being honest with you. I hope you don't get upset, but I'm willing to take that risk. So here's my confession...
...Christians bug me.
Oh, not all Christians. Just the ones who give the rest of us a bad name. To be honest, I really don't like some Christians. For example, I don't much like those "Christians" who talk one way and live another--"hypocrites," they're called. Then there are the rigid rule-keepers, those who are so concerned with telling the rest of us what we shouldn't do that they've lost the beauty of Christianity. They've forgotten what makes our faith so attractive and irresistible to others.
There's one more segment of the Christian population that really gets under my skin. It's those well-meaning folks so obsessed with making converts that they end up "overselling the product." They promise things the Gospel doesn't. Often, they talk about the right things--happiness, peace, power for living, forgiveness, abundant life, and fulfillment--but in a way that misleads people. For example, while God does forgive you when you become a Christian, that doesn't mean everyone else will. God forgets your sinful past, but you may still suffer some consequences of it. Yes, you now have abundant life, but that doesn't mean you won't have any more problems. And I think Christians who go around telling others that God will take away all their problems sometimes do more harm than good.
Bottom line: Giving your heart to God will improve your life, giving you purpose here and preparation for the hereafter. But you may experience some opposition, hardship, and even persecution. In other words, it won't always be fun. That's what some Christians forget to say when they're witnessing.
For 2,000 years it's been hard to be a Christian. There's been more persecution than prosperity. More hardship than health. More ridicule than riches. Even today, following Christ can mean life is difficult, awkward, embarrassing, and sometimes downright unpleasant. That's because often there's conflict between our faith and our world. When you experience pain and problems--when it's not fun to be a disciple of Jesus--you may start rethinking your faith. That's when the doubts and questions come.
Being a Christian doesn't mean life always goes your way. You and I aren't protected from life's potholes. We're not exempt from suffering, sickness, and death. We don't always get delivered from flat tires and failed tests and other trials that are pretty trivial. We also aren't exempt from car wrecks, family conflicts, financial struggles, and failure. Unexpected hardships show up at your door, rattling your belief system, causing you to question even the most basic elements of your faith.
When this happens, you have two options: 1) chuck your beliefs like a used candy wrapper, or 2) start wrestling with the "uncomfortableness" of your faith. It doesn't matter what church you attend, what Bible translation you use, or how godly your parents are. Somewhere along the way God will fail to meet your expectations. When that happens, it's time to look for some answers.
**
Taken from "Losers Club", copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Christian E-Cards
Free e-cards with Scripture and Christian music
~ Word Shoot
A typing game that makes you think fast
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got TWO this week! HAPPY birthday wishes go out to and Trevor McCracken and Chris Pierce. We're wishing you two the BEST!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Stannous fluoride, which is the cavity fighter found in toothpaste is made from recycled tin.
7 CHEESY JOKE OF THE WEEK
This in from Caleb O'Halloran....
Q: What did Batman say to Robin before they got in the Batmobile?
A: Robin, get in the Batmobile.
Nice one Caleb...we think.
Got a good Cheesy Joke for the newsletter? Send it to us at newsletter@180students.com
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"A Christian is someone who shares the sufferings of God in the world."
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer
"Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself."
- Francis de Sales
===========our|sponsor===========
BE A PART OF THE LOSERS CLUB
This month's devo is from the great book, "Losers Club." It's a real-life look at famous Bible figures such as Moses, Solomon, David, Thomas, Rahab, and others. Each story reveals people who struggle with weak faith, confusion, and frustration--people like you and me! These stories will help you connect with these flawed heroes, find encouragement in their stories, and get inspired by God's love and care for "losers."
If you want to join the Losers Club on MySpace, you can find it at: http://www.myspace.com/imalosertoo
You can find the book here
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
9. PARTING SHOT
Why is "abbreviation" such a long word?
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OK, LOVE the video clip and really want to dare someone to try it with Debbie, but I won't; and love Caleb's joke.
The concept of God not meeting our expectations is an interesting way of thinking... I have always thought of it as: God answers prayers in three ways, yes, no and not yet... but I guess if it something about which we have not prayed because we couldn't foresee it... I guess that is God not meeting our expectations. I don't know how I feel about that statement though. I will have to ponder it while I start making cookies for the HS Christmas Party...yummmmmmm.
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The concept of God not meeting our expectations is an interesting way of thinking... I have always thought of it as: God answers prayers in three ways, yes, no and not yet... but I guess if it something about which we have not prayed because we couldn't foresee it... I guess that is God not meeting our expectations. I don't know how I feel about that statement though. I will have to ponder it while I start making cookies for the HS Christmas Party...yummmmmmm.
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